Drake vs Clyde

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clyde

Boy #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#728
Total SSA Count
359
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Drake Rank #662
Clyde Rank #728

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 vs #728 for Clyde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drake or Clyde more popular?

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Drake and Clyde mean?

Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin). Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin).

Are Drake and Clyde boy or girl names?

Drake is primarily a boy name. Clyde is primarily a boy name.

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